Sharm El Sheikh International Airport

HESH / SSH

Sharm El Sheikh, EG

Last Updated
Mar 4, 02:00Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
02:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 4°C
12 kt
340°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
1019 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR HESH 040200Z 34012KT CAVOK 17/04 Q1019 NOSIG
QNH
1019 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1013 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (191 ft)
Pressure Alt
19 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 305 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.4°C

Forecast (TAF)

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Raw TAF
TAF HESH 032300Z 0400/0506 30006G18KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:25Z BASE
+0h
VFR 300° 6 kt
Visibility: >10km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ESH
04L ✈️
22R
04R ✈️
22L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04L/22R
Active: 04L
10,108 ft 148 ft ASP 42°
6.0 kt 10.4 kt
60° angle
✈️ 04R/22L
Active: 04R
10,108 ft 148 ft ASP 42°
6.0 kt 10.4 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - HESH

3,771 observations | Sep 2025 - Mar 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
97.9%
MVFR
1.9%
IFR
0.2%
LIFR
0%

Sharm El Sheikh International Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 97.9% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the N averaging 7.9 knots. Temperatures typically range between 9°C and 39°C with an average of 24.2°C. The best months for VFR flying are March, September, November.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: N (0°)
Average Speed: 7.9 kt
Maximum Recorded: 20 kt
Calm Winds: 3%
Direction Distribution:
N
58.1%
NE
6.3%
E
2.6%
SE
3.4%
S
3.2%
SW
2.4%
W
6.4%
NW
14.5%

Temperature Range

Average: 24.2°C
Range: 9°C to 39°C
9°C 39°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0%

Best Months for VFR

March September November

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 04L/22R
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt
Runway 04R/22L
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 5.6 kt

Statistics computed from 3,771 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - Mar 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Sharm El Sheikh International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: HESH
IATA Code: SSH
Type: large airport
Status: active
Elevation: 191 ft MSL

Location

City: Sharm El Sheikh
Country: EG
Latitude: 27.977272°
Longitude: 34.394717°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-2

Runway Information

Runway 04L/22R
Length: 10,108 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 04R/22L
Length: 10,108 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Sharm El Sheikh International Airport

Overview

Sharm El Sheikh International Airport serves as a critical aviation hub in the Red Sea region of Egypt, located at an elevation of 191 feet above mean sea level. The airport features two parallel asphalt runways, each 10,108 feet long, capable of handling large commercial aircraft and serving the busy tourist destination of Sharm El Sheikh.

Flying Conditions

Positioned at coordinates 27.977272, 34.394717, the airport experiences typical desert climate conditions with generally clear skies and minimal precipitation. Pilots should anticipate stable weather patterns characteristic of the Red Sea coastal region, with potential thermal variations due to the airport's proximity to both mountainous terrain and coastal environments.

Notable Features

The airport's dual parallel runways (04L/22R and 04R/22L) provide operational flexibility for different wind conditions and traffic management. Its geographic location near the Sinai Peninsula offers unique terrain considerations, with potential for complex wind interactions between coastal and mountainous landscapes.

Approach Considerations

With two identically sized runways oriented in the 04/22 configuration, pilots have multiple approach options dependent on prevailing wind conditions. The substantial runway length of 10,108 feet provides ample space for various aircraft types, supporting both commercial passenger and cargo operations in this strategically important regional airport.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.